Doctor Who’s Sea Devils are now called Homo Aqua

While giving Radio Times magazine a tour of the set for the Doctor Who spin-off The War Between the Land and the Sea, showrunner Russell T Davies explained the sea-dwelling race familiarly known as “Sea Devils” prefer to be called “Homo Aqua“. “It’s racist to say Sea Devil,” Russell T Davies told RT, with a … >

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Russell T Davies, the Doctor Who showrunner, at the 14th/15th Doctor's TARDIS console

Doctor Who showrunner Russell T Davies to receive BAFTA Cymru TV contribution award

BAFTA Cymru (the British Academy of Film and Television Arts in Wales) has announced that writer, producer and showrunner, Russell T Davies will receive a prestigious award for his contributions to television. Davies will receive this year’s Outstanding Contribution to Television Award at the ceremony this year. He has written, produced and filmed several productions … >

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Doctor Who spin-off actress teases “love story”

When asked by ScreenRant what she can tease about her character, Salt in the Doctor Who spin-off, The War Between the Land an the Sea, actress Gugu Mbatha-Raw mentioned a romantic element. “My character’s called Salt. She’s an amphibian, and she also has a very regal presence. I think Russell T. Davies is such a … >

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The CultBox Podcast Roundup – July 2025

Here’s our July 2025 Podcast Roundup – our favourites from the worlds of CultBox.  In no particular order, this month’s picks are… Films To Be Buried With with Brett Goldstein – Mark Gatiss Host Brett Goldstein delivers the sad news of Mark Gatiss’ recent passing, and then they discuss his favourite films. The chat covers … >

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